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WASA Administrative Organization Chart

Executive Office

360.489.3641

Jeff Snell
Executive Director
360.489.3651
Jeff Snell, Ed.D. brings over 30 years of experience in public education to his role as Executive Director of the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA). His career has included roles as coach, math teacher, associate principal, principal, deputy superintendent, and superintendent. Jeff resides in Southwest Washington with his wife, Suzie, an elementary school counselor in the Vancouver School District. Their three children are all connected to public education—Mackenzie and Stephen are special education teachers, and Micah is currently a high school student. A passionate advocate for public education and community, Jeff has held leadership positions at local, regional, and state levels, focusing on educator and leadership development, technology integration, and student-centered programming. His doctoral research, School District Leadership: A Partnership Between Central Office and School Leadership, explored how alignment and collaboration between system-level and school-based leadership can improve outcomes for students and staff. Jeff is also the Executive Director and co-founder of Micah’s Miles, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting inclusive opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Inspired by his son Micah, the organization raises awareness and funds through inclusive running events and community engagement initiatives. He holds a B.S. in Mathematics Education from Boston University, and both an M.A. and Ed.D. in Educational Leadership from Washington State University.

Dominique Wilson
Executive Assistant
360.918.2532
Dominique joined the WASA team in September 2024, after serving as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Community Liaison for the Tumwater School District. With a deep passion for public education and excellent interpersonal skills, Dominique offers extensive experience in providing comprehensive system support. View Dominique's Staff Spotlight.

Bella Troiani
Website, Communication, and Production Assistant
360.625.5481
Bella joined the WASA team in October 2021. Prior to joining WASA, Bella had several years of experience with Washington State University and Washington State RCW. View Bella's Staff Spotlight.

Professional Learning (Conferences) & Membership

360.489.3640

Kim Fry
Assistant Executive Director of Learning Innovation and AI
360.239.6225
Kim brings 32 years of experience in education to WASA, most recently 12 years as superintendent of the Rochester School District. During the course of her career, Kim served as a first grade teacher, principal, and assistant superintendent. Kim started at WASA on July 1, 2022. View Kim's Staff Spotlight.

Ryan Hickerson
Professional Learning Assistant
360.742.6439
Ryan joined the WASA staff in August 2023. Ryan earned a Bachelor’s degree in Education, after which he proudly served in the U.S. Navy as a Training Program Manager for five years. View Ryan's Staff Spotlight.

Beau Wilson
Professional Learning and Innovation Assistant
360.485.8615
Beau joined the WASA team in August 2024 after serving as the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Community Liaison for the Tumwater School District. Beau brings extensive experience in providing comprehensive support across all levels of K–12 public education, working effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, from superintendents and administrative leaders to students and their families. View Beau's Staff Spotlight.

Government Relations

360.489.3642

Marissa Rathbone
Assistant Executive Director of Government Relations
360.481.5842
Marissa Rathbone serves as the Assistant Executive Director for Government Relations at the Washington Association of School Administrators (WASA), bringing a deeply informed and purpose-driven voice to K–12 advocacy. Known for her thoughtful leadership and enduring commitment to public education, Marissa leads WASA’s government relations efforts with strategic focus and a collaborative spirit, working to strengthen legislative partnerships that support students and school leaders across the state. Before joining WASA in July 2025, Marissa held a variety of impactful roles throughout Washington’s education system. She began her career as a classroom teacher and went on to serve in several leadership positions at the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), including Program Supervisor and Director. Most recently, she was the Director of Strategic Advocacy at the Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA), where she helped shape statewide policy and legislative priorities on behalf of school board directors. With more than two decades of experience spanning instruction, leadership, and policy, Marissa brings deep insight and strong communication skills to her work. She is a respected collaborator and a steady advocate for equitable, student-centered education policy throughout Washington State.

Heather Chard
Administrative Assistant
360.489.3642
Heather joined WASA in November 2023, and comes to us most recently from Nisqually Red Wind Casino, where she worked as a Service & Training Coordinator, an Advertising Coordinator, and a Graphic Designer. She has extensive experience in graphic arts and digital content in addition to considerable experience as an administrative assistant. View Heather's Staff Spotlight.

Member Services & Administrative Operations

360.489.3646

Tim Garchow
Assistant Executive Director of Member Services
360.489.3646
Tim joined WASA in July 2024, after serving for eight years as Executive Director of the Washington State School Directors' Association (WSSDA).

Natalie Plott
Office Assistant
Natalie joined the WASA staff in September 2023. She earned her Associate’s Degree in 2014 and worked as a Resource Paraprofessional for six years in the Olympia School District. View Natalie's Staff Spotlight.

Accounting

360.489.3643

Eve Johnson
Business and Infrastructure Manager
360.489.3643
Eve has capably served at WASA for over 35 years, since joining the staff in 1985. View Eve's Staff Spotlight. 

Kaley VonVolkli
Accounting Assistant
360.489.3644
Kaley started at WASA in March 2022. Prior to coming to WASA, Kaley worked as an Accounting and Card Servicing Specialist. She graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in June 2022. View Kaley's Staff Spotlight.